Pentax X90 vs Sony A450

Below, we will be matching up the Pentax X90 versus Sony A450, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Pentax and Sony. The image resolution of the X90 (12MP) and the A450 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the X90 (1/2.3") and A450 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The X90 was brought out 7 months after the A450 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A450 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the X90 scores vs the A450 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A450. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax X90 Gallery and Sony A450 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Pentax X90 has exterior dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Sony A450 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 81mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.2") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax X90 versus Sony A450 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the X90 compared to the A450.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X90 and A450 is 69 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X90 and A450.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X90 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A450 will show more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The younger X90 provides an edge in sensor tech.